Pictures taken on Thursday morning (January 10) show the vehicles stationed on the site, while piles of rubbish can also be seen near to the vehicles. Old pieces of wood are among the items dumped.

Ealing Neighbourhood Watch sent a message out to residents on Wednesday evening telling them of the break-in.

The message says: “A group of travellers have very recently occupied the old Peugeot garage on 144-146 Uxbridge Road, Elthorne.

“It’s is also a kind reminder to decline their offers/services to take away any rubbish. Previous experiences have shown that however tempting their quotes may be, the rubbish will end up being dumped in different areas costing the council money and resources to have them cleared.

“Vigilant residents have already alerted the relevant authorities and have kindly provided me with the precise location/address.”

The manager of Alloy Wheel repair centre, on Uxbridge Road, he noticed the travellers when coming into work on Thursday.

Piles of rubbish have been left near to the caravans (Image: Liz Jenner)

He said: "There are some [travellers] there, I saw there are people hanging outside the gate, they are still there.

"I’ve heard noises too. It might cause us some stress but for us now it is ok. But it’s still early, you never know."

It also appears the travellers have put a notice on the doors of the site saying they intend to stay.

"It is our home and we intend to stay here," says the notice.

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